Climate Overview
The climate in West Kelowna is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 777mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 89mm of rainfall. West Kelowna is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. West Kelowna experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in West Kelowna vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
West Kelowna is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 777mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 65mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 89mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 20mm. That's 69mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. West Kelowna receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 360cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 76cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
West Kelowna is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
91 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in West Kelowna, which began on June 21, 2026. West Kelowna is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 192mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 121mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 236mm for the season, averaging 79mm per month. Expect around 80cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 228mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Expect around 202cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit West Kelowna is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for West Kelowna based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
